4.1 Uniform asset management data is intended to provide a means of enabling accurate summary level information and reports to inform and improve operational planning and strategic management capabilities at all phases of the asset lifecycle.

4.2 Entities should manage the asset management records system in accordance with this practice to maintain data consistency, integrity, and usability and thus achieve uniform data.

1.1 This practice is intended to be used for records of all types of assets.

1.2 This practice provides guidance on establishing and maintaining uniform asset data within an asset management records system.

1.3 See Practice E2604 for mandatory and optional data characteristics required in the creation of an asset record.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.